Thesis supervisor: Tamás Bakonyi
Location of studies (in Hungarian): Nemzeti Labor Abbreviation of location of studies: NL
Description of the research topic:
Angolul:
During our earlier studies we have successfully detected and characterised the presence of West Nile virus (WNV) and Usutu virus (USUV) in Hungary in both vertebrate hosts and mosquito vectors. We have developed and operated active and passive surveillance systems to investigate the spread of these viruses. The aim of the current project is to develop novel sample collection and processing methods in order to increase the cost-effectiveness and detection efficiency of the monitoring of flavivirus seasonal activity. The specificity and sensitivity of these methods will be validated through comparison with the conventional methods. Samples collected during the project will also be tested for the presence of further arboviruses (e.g. flavi-, bunya-, and togaviruses), and the surveillance will be extended to selected collection sites in the neighbouring countries within the Pannonian Basin. Phylogenetic and epidemiological analysis of the detected viruses will be carried out. The project should provide a basis for the establishment of a sustainable, long-term vector borne pathogen surveillance and monitoring systems to provide reliable data on the presence or emergence of arboviruses in the Pannonian Basin.
Further requirements: Specific diploma (i.e.: DVM, MD, Biology-Master, Zoology-Master); good command of English, interest in laboratory and molecular biology work; experience in virology laboratory work is a vantage, mobility (i.e.: willingness of study/research abroad).
Number of students who can be accepted: 1
Deadline for application: 2023-05-31
2024. IV. 17. ODT ülés Az ODT következő ülésére 2024. június 14-én, pénteken 10.00 órakor kerül sor a Semmelweis Egyetem Szenátusi termében (Bp. Üllői út 26. I. emelet).
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